Emerald Isle, NC

Travel Guide

Colorful Sunset at ocean coast with silhouette of pier and photographer
Colorful Sunset at ocean coast with silhouette of pier and photographer
Panoramic aerial view of the beautiful Jolly Beach at the Caribbean island of Antigua and Barbuda
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The beautiful beaches of Emerald Isle in North Carolina, USA are home to stunning sunsets & sunrises, seashells, and fossilized shark's teeth. Head to the point of the island on the east side for better shelling and fossil collecting opportunities.
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Where to stay in Emerald Isle

Boardwalk along the Cedar Point

The Point

The Point might not have many top sights, but Emerald Isle Woods Park and Salty Pirate Water Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

The Point
Islander Hotel & Resort

Islander Hotel & Resort

3 out of 5
102 Islander Drive Emerald Isle NC
The price is ¥13,778 per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
¥13,778
¥16,407 total
Feb 25 - Feb 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Nice staff, clean room. Excellent stay!

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Islander Hotel & Resort
Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection

Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection

2.5 out of 5
216 Islander Drive, Emerald Isle NC Emerald Isle NC
The price is ¥13,485 per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
¥13,485
¥17,820 total
Feb 25 - Feb 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (321 reviews)
Clean room. Excellent location.

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection
The Pinnacle - OCEANFRONT Home.  Amazing Views, Pool, Hot Tub, 2 Kitchens,
Deck

The Pinnacle - OCEANFRONT Home. Amazing Views, Pool, Hot Tub, 2 Kitchens, Deck

Emerald Isle NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Emerald Isle. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bogue Inlet Fishing ...
9/10 Wonderful! (50 reviews)
Wonderful property, excellent location with an unbelievable view. Hosts were very nice to work with and the home fit us all with everything we needed to enjoy our time.

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

The Pinnacle - OCEANFRONT Home. Amazing Views, Pool, Hot Tub, 2 Kitchens, Deck
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Spectacular Direct Oceanfront 2BR Condo in Emerald Isle NC Ocean Reef 7B1

Spectacular Direct Oceanfront 2BR Condo in Emerald Isle NC Ocean Reef 7B1

Emerald Isle NC
Book a stay at this beach condo in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Flatwaters Paddling and 3rd Street Park ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (208 reviews)
The condo was absolutely beautiful with a wonderful and clear view of the beach and ocean. Even saw a whale breech the waves one day- A first for me down here! The newly changed oceanfront windows were perfect when it was too cold, windy, or rainy to sit on the porch. And when I could, I wrapped ...

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

Spectacular Direct Oceanfront 2BR Condo in Emerald Isle NC Ocean Reef 7B1
Oceanside Studio Condo. Walking Distance to Beach!

Oceanside Studio Condo. Walking Distance to Beach!

Emerald Isle NC
Stay at this condo in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Isle Woods ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)
Studio was very comfortable with all amenities that we needed.

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Oceanside Studio Condo. Walking Distance to Beach!
Oceanside Condo w/ Heated Indoor Pool, 2 Outdoor Pools, Beach Access & Bikes!

Oceanside Condo w/ Heated Indoor Pool, 2 Outdoor Pools, Beach Access & Bikes!

3 out of 5
Emerald Isle NC
Book a stay at this beach condo in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Isle ...
10/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
Beachy and comfortable. Would stay here again.

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

Oceanside Condo w/ Heated Indoor Pool, 2 Outdoor Pools, Beach Access & Bikes!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Emerald Isle

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
39
5 - Excellent 57%
4 - Good
28
4 - Good 41%
3 - Okay
2
3 - Okay 3%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Always love visiting Emerald Isle as it was my home for a bit. People are awesome and Emerald Isle is a beautiful place to be.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

There's not alot to do compared to North Myrtle Beach.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Quiet area and that was I was looking for.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful area, lovely beaches, easy to bike and walk around in. They have trails set up for biking/walking and using golf carts to keep you off the main road. Lots of dining and shopping options. Will definitely go back again.

5/5 - Excellent

VictoriaJenning

Love love love this beautiful beach!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

We would have loved more breakfast options near the hotel, as our hotel did it have breakfast/dining!

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